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Metaphors and competitive advantage: Evaluating the use of metaphors in theories of competitive strategy

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  • Hunt, Shelby D. & Menon, Anil, 1995. "Metaphors and competitive advantage: Evaluating the use of metaphors in theories of competitive strategy," Journal of Business Research, Elsevier, vol. 33(2), pages 81-90, June.
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